Key Up New York

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Official podcast of the Trucking Association of New York

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March 16, 202640 min

Episode 3 - Taking AI for a Test Drive

Using AI is a conversation. In this episode, Kate Kennett, Vice President at TANY, leads a discussion with Bob Peckham and Lloyd Palum of Tenstreet about how organizations can begin engaging with artificial intelligence in practical ways.The conversation explores what businesses should know before getting started, important considerations when evaluating AI tools, and simple ways to begin incorporating AI into everyday workflows. They also discuss what to realistically expect from the technology and why many companies may already be further along in their AI journey than they realize.The key takeaway: AI works best when it’s treated as an ongoing conversation—asking the right questions, refining prompts, and learning as you go.

February 15, 202634 min

Episode 2- Human Trafficking in Plain Sight: How Trucking Can Make a Difference

In Season 3, Episode 2 of Key Up New York, TANY Vice President of Government Affairs Zach Miller sits down with Senator Roxanne J. Persaud (D-19, Brooklyn) and TAT (formerly Truckers Against Trafficking) Deputy Director and Senior Director of External Affairs Kylla Lanier for a powerful conversation on human trafficking—happening far too often in plain sight. Together, they explore how the trucking industry can be part of the solution, including Senator Persaud’s legislation to incorporate TAT training into CDL licensing requirements. Awareness saves lives. Training creates action. And when drivers know what to look for, “See something, say something” becomes more than a phrase—it becomes a lifeline.

January 23, 202639 min

Episode 1 - Turning strategy into action—here’s what TANY is focused on this year and what you can expect from Key Up NY in 2026!

We have some good news for your commute, your coffee break, or your next walk around the block.Our podcast, Key Up New York, is back with monthly conversations designed to inform, challenge, and support your business. The mic is on—and we mean business.Join Kendra Hems and Zach Miller for a quick preview of what’s ahead and what is going on! Our monthly episodes will be packed with leadership insights and practical ideas you can put to work immediately. Hit play. Turn up the volume. Let’s get to work

February 14, 202523 min

Episode 4 - Key Up NY: Your Voice Drives Change – Advocacy Insights with Assemblyman John McDonald

In this episode, TANY President Kendra Hems sits down with Assemblyman John McDonald to talk about the power of grassroots advocacy. Ever wonder how much your legislators really value hearing from industry leaders and constituents? Spoiler alert: Not only do they look forward to it—they rely on it.Your voice and expertise matter. Get ready for our lobby day, Drive our Voice: To Albany (DOVA) or a visit in your legislator’s home office.

January 22, 202511 min

Episode 3 - TANY Services Bureau – When You Can’t Get to the DMV, Call the TSB!

Ready to simplify your operations? Listen to TANY’s latest podcast with Chris Rhodes, Manager of the TANY Services Bureau. From 6-year plates to titles to trailer registrations, TSB can save you that trip to the DMV, simplify forms and allow you to concentrate on the business of running your business!

December 13, 202428 min

Episode 2 - Advanced Clean Truck Rules

In this episode of Key Up NY, host Zach Miller speaks with Dan Penksa, Vice President of Truck Sales at Kenworth Northeast Group, Inc., about the Advanced Clean Trucks (ACT) rule taking effect January 1. They discuss the practical challenges of compliance, from infrastructure readiness to the realities of operating electric vehicles. Stay informed about this pivotal change in the trucking industry.

September 5, 202428 min

Episode 1 - Inside Trucking

In this episode, join TANY Director of Metro Region Operations, Zach Miller, and Shay Legacy Foundation Manager, Steve Bobarakis, as they delve into the foundation’s impactful mission and innovative programs. The Shay Legacy Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization, plays a crucial role in supporting TANY’s philanthropic efforts, focusing on a wide range of career paths within the trucking industry.Discover how the foundation is working to engage younger individuals by offering diverse opportunities in trucking, from mechanics and sales to marketing and accounting. One of the standout initiatives is the Inside Trucking program, which utilizes a state-of-the-art trucking simulator to provide hands-on driving experience. Tune in to learn more about how the Shay Legacy Foundation is making strides in workforce development and shaping the future of trucking and how member companies can get involved.

June 27, 202420 min

Episode 12 - FOCUS on Safety

TANY Director of Metro Region Operations Zach Miller hosts Peter Goldwasser, Executive Director of Together for Safer Roads to discuss TANY’s newest safety program. FOCUS is designed to assist carriers build a strong culture of safety in their organizations through executive coaching and peer groups.

April 26, 202433 min

Episode 11 - Safety First!

Host Kendra Hems is joined by Kate Kennett, TANY’s Vice President, to discuss the annual Truck Safety & Education Symposium. They share key information coming out of the 2024 event, which was held in April, including an overview of the association’s annual Fleet Safety Awards. Onsite interviews at the Symposium are also included, with Steve Erwin, Transportation Manager with Clinton’s Ditch Co-op, Inc. and Jonathan Nicastro, Director of Motor Carrier Compliance with the NYS Department of Transportation.

March 6, 202441 min

Episode 10 - The Voice of the Industry

Hosts Kendra Hems and Zach Miller are joined by Andrew Boyle, Chairman of the American Trucking Associations (ATA), the largest national trade association for the trucking industry. They discuss the state of trucking and the challenges facing the industry as it moves into the future.